Administrator for Adult Safeguarding | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,937 - £26,598 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | Eastbourne, BN21 2UD |
| Company: | ESHT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7695276/374-LC2126 |
Summary
To provide comprehensive administration and secretarial support to the Adult Safeguarding team to include;
· Named Nurse Safeguarding Adults,
· Specialist Nurses Safeguarding Adults,
· Safeguarding Adult Sister Adult
· ESHT Mental Capacity Lead
The post holder following a robust and timely induction period will mainly work unsupervised, managing own workload, which may include small project work on behalf of theAdult Safeguarding team members.
Provide day‑to‑day communication support for the Adult Speciality Safeguarding team, managing calls and generic email inboxes and directing enquiries appropriately. Handle, input and maintain highly sensitive information. Coordinate virtual and face‑to‑face meetings for Adult Specialists and the Mental Capacity Lead, arranging venues when required, and take accurate minutes, circulate information, and maintain action logs. Support the team by managing spreadsheets, databases, shared drives and undertaking small improvement projects. Maintain the Safeguarding Adults at Risk and DoLS databases and assist with accurate data capture. Provide administrative support for policies, job descriptions, training resources and general team needs, and offer cover for annual leave or sickness. Follow ESHT policies, participate in training, CPD, appraisals, audits and emergency planning processes. Manage ordering and stock control, oversee patient notes handling, and liaise with IT regarding administrative requirements. Report incidents, arrange repairs, and uphold strict patient confidentiality. Carry out all duties professionally in line with Health & Safety legislation and update PAS with accurate patient information and alerts.
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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This advert closes on Friday 20 Feb 2026
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